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Friday, April 13, 2012

Mother's Day Card

I received this wonderful card from my middle son last year. He made it at school and surprised me with it over a simple breakfast (toast and jelly) in bed for Mother's Day. I thought it was sweet and delightful. It was too cute not to share and I can credit my son's teacher with the sweet idea.

*This simple card incorporates "coupons" and gift giving in one. The card "creator" makes a bouquet of paper flowers with promises written on the stems. A few examples are:

I promise to make my bed every morning without complaining.

This flower is good for one special chore.

Present this flower for breakfast in bed.

Redeem me for one night of dishes.

*After your flowers are made, make your vase. Cut a simple shape out of paper and carefully glue the sides and bottom to the card. Remember to leave the top open.

*Next, slip the stems into a slit at the top of the paper vase.

*You can write a special poem or write a fun story on the inside of the card to personalize the gift. My son's teacher used a simple template for the children. Here is what her inside reads:

My Mom is as sweet as ____________________________________________.

My Mom is as beautiful as _______________________________________________.

I love my Mom, because ________________________________________________.

*Spritz with a little perfume and find a special person to deliver your card to.